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Ames, IA Retail Properties & Spaces for Sale

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End Cap Retail Space
Updated: Jun 25
End Cap Retail Space

3800 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014

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4,700 sqft
4,700 SF end cap retail suite available for lease in a Hy‑Vee anchored shopping center
Former Iowa DOT space configuration within the shopping center
Located on Lincoln Way, Ames’ main commercial artery
Minutes from Iowa State University (30,000+ students)
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LOF Xpress Oil Change Auto Shop
Updated: Apr 12
LOF Xpress Oil Change Auto Shop

520 S Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010

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Brand‑new LOF Xpress oil‑change facility
10‑year sale leaseback structure
Located at 520 S Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010
Walmart anchor on Duff Avenue
LOF Xpress was founded in Ames in 2010
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Based on your search, we've compiled 80 Potential Opportunities for your consideration. Besides 2 Active listings in Ames, IA, we suggest exploring several alternatives: 4 properties in Nearby Cities, and similar 70 Off-Market properties to explore as potential leads, plus 4 Land Listings that present a potential for development.

Opportunities in Nearby Cities

Here are 4 Similar properties we found in Nearby Locations for your consideration.

Retail Space with Included Inventory
Retail Space with Included Inventory

1030 8th Street, Boone, IA 50036

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5,000 sqft

The offering combines an established retail business, its real estate, and inventory in one transaction.

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Mixed-Use Building with Retail
Mixed-Use Building with Retail

222 Water St, Cambridge, IA 50046

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6,554 sqft

A mixed-use property combining retail space with four residential units, including handicap-accessible and recently updated apartments.

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Mixed-Use Property with Retail Space
Mixed-Use Property with Retail Space

222 Water Street, Cambridge, IA 50046

$849,900
0.14 AC lot

Retail and residential components combine in one property with modern apartment amenities.

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Auto Restoration & Repair Shop
Auto Restoration & Repair Shop

2039 Knezevich Road., Boone, IA 50036

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5,000 sqft

Freestanding shop with main floor shop area, mezzanine, and included restoration equipment.

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Potential Development Sites for Consideration

Can't find the perfect fit? These Land listings present an alternative path: the potential to develop a property for your specific goals.

Important: These AI-suggestions are a starting point, not a guarantee of permitted use. All zoning, permitting, and land use information must be independently verified by you with the appropriate local authorities before making any commitments.

Campustown Redevelopment Opportunity Near ISU
Campustown Redevelopment Opportunity Near ISU

218 Welch Avenue, Ames, IA 50014

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4,576 sqft 0.65 AC lot

Commercial land for redevelopment near Iowa State University campus.

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Commercial Land Across From Menards
Commercial Land Across From Menards

605 SE 16th St Lot 1, Ames, IA 50010

$695,000
2.73 AC lot

Public water and sewer serve the site, with natural gas available.

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Commercial Land Across From Menards
Commercial Land Across From Menards

701 SE 16th St Lot 2, Ames, IA 50010

$695,000
2.79 AC lot

Commercial parcel with public water, public sewer, and natural gas availability.

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Commercial Land Across From Menards
Commercial Land Across From Menards

731 SE 16th St Lot 3, Ames, IA 50010

$695,000
2.79 AC lot

Public water and sewer serve this commercially designated land near major transportation routes.

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Off-Market Properties in Ames, IA

Consider similar Off-Market properties in Ames, IA. You may contact the owners directly to inquire about their potential intentions to sell. To help you make a strong first impression, we can assist by reaching out to these owners with compelling proposals created using our AI tool.

4723 Lincoln Way
RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)

4723 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014-3630

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14,432 sqft 1.32 AC lot
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1200 Duff Ave
RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)

1200 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010-8018

$1,580,000
Estimated value
19,966 sqft 2.22 AC lot
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117 Kellogg Ave
RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)

117 Kellogg Ave, Ames, IA 50010-3315

$235,000
Estimated value
3,096 sqft 0.06 AC lot
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123 Main St
RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)

123 Main St, Ames, IA 50010-6492

$235,000
Estimated value
4,250 sqft 0.06 AC lot
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113 Main St
RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)

113 Main St, Ames, IA 50010-6359

$35,000
Estimated value
650 sqft 0.03 AC lot
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1220 Duff Ave
RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)

1220 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010-8018

$5,500,000
Estimated value
30,259 sqft 4.87 AC lot
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136 Main St, Unit 138
RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)

136 Main St, Ames, IA 50010-6360

Unit 138
$235,000
Estimated value
2,972 sqft 0.03 AC lot
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413 Northwestern Ave
GROCERY, SUPERMARKET

413 Northwestern Ave, Ames, IA 50010-5937

$2,530,000
Estimated value
21,440 sqft 2.16 AC lot
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2514 Chamberlain St
RESTAURANT

2514 Chamberlain St, Ames, IA 50014-7204

Value Estimation by Request
2,674 sqft 0.17 AC lot
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223 Main St
RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)

223 Main St, Ames, IA 50010-6277

$235,000
Estimated value
3,592 sqft 0.05 AC lot
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3615 Lincoln Way
RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)

3615 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014-7534

$625,000
Estimated value
4,800 sqft 0.79 AC lot
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112 Hayward Ave
RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)

112 Hayward Ave, Ames, IA 50014-7207

$230,000
Estimated value
950 sqft 0.03 AC lot
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201 Freel Dr
RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)

201 Freel Dr, Ames, IA 50010-6511

$230,000
Estimated value
3,656 sqft 1.02 AC lot
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2515 Chamberlain St
RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)

2515 Chamberlain St, Ames, IA 50014-7203

$2,500,000
Estimated value
1,400 sqft 0.08 AC lot
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2423 Grand Ave
REGIONAL SHOPPING CENTER, MALL

2423 Grand Ave, Ames, IA 50010-4601

$4,490,000
Estimated value
55,615 sqft 4.12 AC lot
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2615 Grand Ave
FINANCIAL BUILDING

2615 Grand Ave, Ames, IA 50010-4600

$195,000
Estimated value
2,138 sqft 0.18 AC lot
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232 Main St
RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)

232 Main St, Ames, IA 50010-6298

$435,000
Estimated value
12,750 sqft 0.17 AC lot
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500 Lincoln Way, Unit 510
RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)

500 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50010-6909

Unit 510
$635,000
Estimated value
6,259 sqft 0.83 AC lot
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218 Main St
RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)

218 Main St, Ames, IA 50010-6238

$175,000
Estimated value
751 sqft 0.03 AC lot
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3339 Lincoln Way
RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)

3339 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014-7528

$180,000
Estimated value
960 sqft 0.12 AC lot
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2707 Kent Ave
RESTAURANT

2707 Kent Ave, Ames, IA 50010-7113

$295,000
Estimated value
5,978 sqft 0.16 AC lot
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2617 Northridge Pkwy
RETAIL STORES (PERSONAL SERVICES)

2617 Northridge Pkwy, Ames, IA 50010-4086

$565,000
Estimated value
4,200 sqft 0.05 AC lot
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Ames, IA Retail Properties & Spaces Market Trends and Statistics

Explore 72 retail properties & spaces for sale in Ames, IA on our real estate platform. These investment opportunities span a total of 4,700 square feet of properties for sale.

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Top Commercial Asset Segments

Commercial property segments ranked by active listings on the market

Shopping centers 3
Storefront properties 2
Auto shops 1
Automotive properties 1

Demographics Overview

Population 71K
Population Growth (5Y) +1.2%
Median Household Income $61,665
College Educated 81.6%

Taxes & Financing

Tax Rate (average for all types) 2.40%
Property Tax per SF $22.54 per SF
Tax Rate vs County Average 0.15 pp below county avg
Average Loan-to-Value 65.0%

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New vs delisted commercial listings in Story County

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Total CRE Inventory on Market (SF)

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For-sale pricing trends across core commercial property types in Story County

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